In Memory

Stephen M. , age 67 of Lodi died on March 29, 2014. He was born in Manhattan residing there for 8 years, Paramus NJ for 25 years before moving to Lodi 34 years ago.

He was Veteran of the Vietnam War serving as a Sergeant in the Army. He was employed by Central Auto Parts of South Hackensack for 20 years and also the Paramus Police Reserves for 10 years.

He is survived by his life partner Linda LaRock for 17 years, one son John A. Tancredi and wife Jana, one daughter Michele Delikat and husband Ronald, his brother Michael and his sister Linda Massari. Also survived by two grandchildren, John Jr and Ashlee Tancredi and 13 nieces and nephews.

The funeral is Wednesday, April 2, arriving at the Aloia Funeral Home at 10 AM followed by a 11 AM mass at Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church, Garfield. Private cremation. Visiting Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. The Tancredi family is in the care of the Aloia Funeral Home, 180 Harrison Ave., Garfield (973-340-7077). Condolences/Directions visit aloiafuneral.com

I just can't believe that Steve is gone. We conversed on Facebook a lot. Just a few days ago he requested a few Candy Crush lives from me and I sent them. He never let on that he was ill. Stunned to come home late tonight and get this news. Rest in peace my friend. I am in total shock.

Didn't even know of his illness. He contacted me on Facebook a few months ago 2 chat- wish I would have known, but guess that is the way he wanted it. Fond, fun memories of Steve, the neighborhood and friends. Love to you Steve and family - Anita